drew30319 writes: Game developer's website Gamasutra discusses a video game design contest with socially redeeming qualities — is this a role for video games?

"A unique game design competition aimed at teen violence prevention has announced its winners, revealing that Grace's Diary is taking home the top prize.

The annual contest is sponsored by Jennifer Ann's Group, a non-profit organization focused on teen violence education and prevention since its founding in 2006. The game design competition, the "Life. Love. Game Design Contest," challenges entrants to design a game about the issue — without using violence itself."

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Over a decade of experience in online product and brand strategy. Recently graduated law school with a focus on the impact of law on technology and the online channel.

I am also the founder and Executive Director of Jennifer Ann's Group, an Atlanta-based NGO that is dedicated to the prevention of Teen Dating Violence through Education, Awareness, and Advocacy.

Jennifer Ann's Group was created in memory of my daughter, Jennifer Ann Crecente, murdered at the age of 18 by her ex-boyfriend. Please help us prevent future tragedies by educating others about this issue.